Roasted Cornish Hens With Dried Cherry Stuffing

Name: Roasted Cornish Hens With Dried Cherry Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup onion, diced; 1/2 cup celery, diced; 1/2 cup dried sour cherries; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage; 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth; 4 slices white bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 dash salt, to taste; 1 dash fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 2 Cornish hens, split in half

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F
2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the dried cherries, sage and broth and cook for 2 more minutes. Stir in the cubed bread, salt and pepper and set aside.
3
Season the Cornish hen halves with salt and pepper.
4
Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Form the stuffing into 4 mounds on the baking sheet. Place 1/2 of a Cornish hen on top of each mound of stuffing. Roast the hens for 45 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
5
When the hens are finished, transfer them to a serving platter and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

167

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup onion, diced, 1/2 cup celery, diced, 1/2 cup dried sour cherries, and more.

Yes, Roasted Cornish Hens With Dried Cherry Stuffing falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!